Innovate Public Schools is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building the capacity of parents and families to organize, advocate, and demand high quality schools for their children. We believe that the education system was not designed to serve all children, and that the biggest barrier to all children having access to an excellent school is a lack of political will to improve the system. We believe the voices and experiences of parents, families, and students should be elevated and centered in decisions about education. Our vision is a high quality school experience that cherishes and affirms every student, particularly Black and Brown students, and prepares them for a lifetime of opportunity and choice.
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1400 Parkmoor Avenue, Suite 240
San Jose, CA 95126, US
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Black children are often deprived of their childhood by a societal bias that sees them as more mature and less innocent than their peers. This "adultification bias" strips away their right to simply be kids, enjoy their youth, and make mistakes. It's time we challenge and dismantle these harmful stereotypes. Check out this piece by Word In Black that delves into this issue and explores ways we can support and protect Black children: https://edtru.st/3YyvWNo
For 12 years, Innovate has worked to build the capacity of parents and families to organize, advocate, and demand high quality schools for their children. Along with you, our supporters, we have made significant progress in enhancing the quality of education and training individuals to become effective advocates—meeting with elected officials, participating in democratic processes, and driving meaningful change. “When parents lead, results follow” Join our monthly donor campaign today! https://lnkd.in/g6e37gbY
Together, we transform individual actions into a powerful community-driven impact. As an advocate, you understand the critical importance of fighting for our children's right to a high-quality education. Your involvement with Innovate is not just valuable—it is the heartbeat that sustains our mission. Your support as a monthly donor enables us to reach more people, build stronger communities, and create a lasting impact. Become a monthly donor today @ https://lnkd.in/g6e37gbY
Congratulations to our Bay area team for facilitating such an amazing Parent Leader Academy- teaching power building skills to our community is how we lead to collective action.
This is what POWER looks like! Tonight, Innovate Public Schools graduated almost 30 parent leaders from an 8-week Leadership Academy from across the Ravenswood City School District In two weeks they will have the pleasure of meeting with Superintendent Gina Sudaria where they can apply their new skills and advocate for their children’s education. Soon after, they will meet with Jenna Wachtel Pronovost to learn more about the Ravenswood Education Foundation - What great partnerships! They are amazing and powerful! What kept them coming week after week? Glad you asked! Their love for their children. Wouldn’t you do anything for your children? That’s LOVE! That’s POWER! Huge props to Sofía Lozano-Pallares, M.A. Kenia Najar Miranda Marisol Hernandez and so many others that make it happen. Thank you BAEF for your partnership! Paul Keys Crystal Arrizon
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Coming out of Father's Day weekend, we encourage fathers and caregivers to use the moment to enhance your child's education. Imagine if your child had a free, dedicated math #tutor right in their school. You have the power to advocate for High-Impact Tutoring! 💡 Our Family & Caregiver Toolkit gives families everything they need to work with schools to bring research-backed, high-impact #tutoring to their children. High-impact tutoring only works if we all work together! 🤝 In partnership with Innovate Public Schools, check out the Family and Caregiver Toolkit here: https://lnkd.in/dRyjg4s9
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Let's embrace it! "Edification Friday"
Recent alumna Nora Melendez shared with us how through Innovate’s programming she was able to understand the importance of the power of her own voice. She credits Innovate training for her latest book, “A Kid’s Book About Democracy.” We need your support to continue to amplify these impactful programs both locally and nationwide. Will you consider joining our monthly giving program by donating just $12 a month to sustain our efforts? Click here to become a monthly donor today 👇 https://lnkd.in/gQCBJtrR
As an advocate, you understand the critical importance of fighting for our children's right to a high-quality education. Your involvement with Innovate is not just valuable—it is the heartbeat that sustains our mission. Your support enables us to reach more people, build stronger communities, and create a lasting impact. Your advocacy is a cornerstone of our efforts. Empower leaders by becoming a monthly giver today! Click here to donate 👉 https://lnkd.in/g6e37gbY
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We just dropped our latest episode with Michelle Vilchez, CEO at Innovate Public Schools and Ambition Angels board member. Michelle is the real deal - a true community leader, innovator, and friend. Her insights on the power of parents, shaking up education policy, and the crucial role of restorative justice for Black and brown teens in school make this one a must-listen. Trust me, you’re gonna want to tune in. Thank you, Michelle, for your wisdom and insight. Always grateful to know you and learn from you. #AmbitionAngels #RoadtoAmbition #InnovatePublicSchools #YouthDevelopment #RestorativeJustice
The campaign to improve Black Student literacy is fueled by the compounding inequities Black students face to achieve and excel in schools. Even before the learning loss caused by the pandemic, Black students have faced many barriers to success, including the lack of comprehensive and targeted campaigns and resources. The “Literacy is Life” campaign highlights the 73% of Los Angeles Unified School District and 72% of Compton Unified School District Black third grade students who are not on grade level in English Language Arts. READ MORE 👉 https://lnkd.in/gCJXr_Hf